Technology

How Tech Greatly Impacts the Entertainment Industry

New technology is constantly changing the entertainment landscape. Last decade, this looked like the rise of streaming, which transformed how most people watch films and TV.

Now, innovations like artificial intelligence, the internet of things and big data analysis are having an impact across the economy — and especially in entertainment. 

Over the past year, as the COVID-19 pandemic forced us indoors, the entertainment industry used this new technology to adapt. This is how tech has changed both how media is made and delivered to consumers.

New research reveals nearly two thirds of consumers more likely to buy from brands with real user customer service reps

- 1/3 of UK consumers are unsatisfied with customer service most of the time
- 75% of consumers cite 9-5 call centre hours as restrictive

London, UK; October 7th 2021: As Customer Service Week begins, new research from gig customer experience (GigCX) platform Limitless has revealed that consumers are more loyal and more likely to buy from brands that feature customer-led customer service. When it comes to getting advice and support on products and services, the majority of consumers want to communicate with tried and tested product users versus customer service call centre agents.

Brazilians in remote and rural areas will benefit from better connectivity, as ANATEL approves the use of TVWS

Washington D.C, USA, 07 October 2021: Today, the Dynamic Spectrum Alliance (DSA) compliments ANATEL, the National Telecommunications Agency of Brazil, on their decision to approve the framework authorizing the use of a TV White Space (TVWS). As global internet usage continues to rise, this decision marks a significant step towards addressing capacity demands in unserved, or underserved regions.

The new TVWS framework was approved on September 30th and will serve as a flexible way to make efficient use of spectrum while protecting existing and incumbent users from interference.

Dr. Vijay Magon named as a One To Watch in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme 2021

October 7, 2021 – CCube Solutions announces today that its founder and managing director, Dr. Vijay Magon, has been named as one of this year’s Ones To Watch as part of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme for 2021.

The programme, supported by The Times and now in its fourth year, celebrates the inspiring leaders behind some of the UK’s most successful and fast-growing medium-sized firms.

Despite the challenges of the last 18 months, the Top 50 programme received a record number of nominations; more than 600 proving that ambition is alive and well.

What Is a Smart Workplace?

One effect of the COVID-19 pandemic is the digital transformation businesses need to make in order to remain competitive. 

Many industries are experiencing saturation — staying on top of and implementing the latest technology has always been a way for businesses to stand out from their competitors.

With more employees working from home due to COVID-19, it’s never been more important to use new technologies to improve their experiences and create an enjoyable work environment. Workplaces will likely continue to endure change as more businesses reopen their doors in 2021.

Becrypt wins Cyber/Defence Innovation Den

Government of Ontario and techUK promoting international Cyber collaboration

London, UK: On 16th September, the Government of Ontario and techUK named Becrypt the UK winner of the Cyber/Defence Innovation Den. The award recognizes innovation within Cyber security relevant to the Defence sector. Both Canadian and UK organizations pitched to a panel of senior representatives from the Defence and Security Sectors, including CGI, General Dynamics, L3Harris and UK Thales Group, with CYBERNETIQ joining Becrypt as the Canadian winners.

75% of consumers stop purchasing from a retailer due to delivery miscommunications

  • Research reveals UK delivery customer experience epidemic, with retailers losing customers due to poor post-purchase and delivery tracking communications
  • 71% of consumers had to contact customer services up to three times in the last six months for information about their deliveries

Manchester, UK; 16 September 2021: New research from delivery experience technology platform Sorted has revealed that 75% of consumers would stop using a retailer if they frequently messed up communication updates regarding their delivery. With customer expectations higher than ever, UK retailers have reached a critical point with the delivery experiences they offer to consumers.

Half of businesses now using online or cloud backups, but 15% still using tape, says Databarracks research

New research by Databarracks has revealed that 15% of organizations are still using a combination of disk and tape backups, with 51% now using online or cloud backups.

The findings are from Databarracks’ 2021 Data Health Check. Running since 2008, the annual report surveys over 400 IT decision-makers in the UK on cloud, backups, cybersecurity, IT resilience and remote working.

Other key figures from the report include:

Akana by Perforce Ranked a Leader in KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for API Management and Security

Akana earns leadership position for technology, innovation, and product offering, recognizing Perforce’s customer-oriented approach, security, usability, and ease of deployment

MINNEAPOLIS, September 9, 2021 – Perforce Software, a provider of solutions to enterprise teams requiring productivity, visibility, and scale along the development lifecycle, announced that Akana was ranked a Leader in Technology, Innovation, and Product in the 2021 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for API Management and Security.

Smarter, Faster, More Secure and Ultra Versatile: The Latest TOUGHBOOK 55 Upgrade

BRACKNELL, UK. 9th September 2021 – Panasonic today announced the latest version of its TOUGHBOOK 55 notebook, that is as versatile as ever but with improved performance, connectivity and security. When launched in 2019, the TOUGHBOOK 55 set a new benchmark for mobile computing by enabling users for the first time to customize their device for different tasks while in the field. The latest TOUGHBOOK 55 maintains this popular modular approach but has been updated with the latest technologies ideal for users in field services, automotive, emergency and security services.